2.Article 6(1) is replaced by the following:‘1.Under the responsibility of the Council and of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy (hereinafter referred to as the “HR”), the Political and Security Committee (hereinafter referred to as the “PSC”) shall exercise the political control and strategic direction of the EU military operation. The Council hereby authorises the PSC to take the relevant decisions in accordance with Article 38 of the Treaty. This authorisation shall include the powers to amend the planning documents, including the Operation Plan, the Chain of Command and the Rules of Engagement. It shall also include the powers to take decisions on the appointment of the EU Operation Commander and/or EU Force Commander. The powers of decision with respect to the objectives and termination of the EU military operation shall remain vested in the Council, assisted by the HR.’;